Pardon My Dust

My blog site has been a bit “wonky” lately. Perhaps you received a half-baked post never intended for prime time, or you see photos appearing in strange places. The fact is, I’m working on a new website design with features I think you’ll love. Meanwhile, I’m discovering that a lot of mischief has been going on in cyberspace over the past 10 years. So, pardon my dust!  Yes! It’s been almost 10…

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5 Cures For Your Travel Itch

Ohhh… have I got an itch to travel. You, too? Here are five cures for your travel itch. These are some of my favorite places that I could visit again and again. Some are high on my list because of their history, the uniqueness, the beauty, and/or, their foods. Some tick all the boxes. Rocamadour Once you’ve seen Rocamadour, you’ll never get the vision out of your mind. Carved into the side of a…

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The Postman's Palace

The Postman's Palace is a true story about a rural French postman who created a masterpiece of naive art, made from found stones and objects, to honor his love for his ailing daughter.

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The Postman's Palace

The Postman's Palace is a true story about a rural French postman who created a masterpiece of naive art, made from found stones and objects, to honor his love for his ailing daughter.

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Solo Travel Tips and Wisdom

Solo Travel Tips and Wisdom

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The Basics About Uzès

Visit Uzès? Here are the basics.

One of France’s most charming and popular destinations It seems more and more people want to know about Uzès. The growing crowds and booming rental market say this medieval town is fast becoming a hot spot in the south of France. Uzès is within easy traveling distance from Montpellier, Nimes, and Avignon. Its proximity to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and the Côte d’Azur mean Uzès is an easy day…

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French Cooking, Kiwi Style

Enjoy the fun day with Peta, and a recipe too!

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Life in France: Managing Expectations

Moving to France is all about managing expectations.

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Let's Eat the World? Start in Seville

You know I loved my time in Seville. Come along to the "Let's Eat The World" Culinary Adventure and you'll see why!

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Last Dance with the Barefoot Blogger

Last Dance with the Barefoot Blogger

Join the last dance with the Barefoot Blogger on the South of France Memories Tour. I’ve raved about my life in Uzés and the south of France for years. Now it’s time for you to make some memories of your own. Memories you promised yourself.  I’m thrilled to invite you to join me on a women’s tour of some of my favorite places in the south of France. Along with my friend and best-selling author…

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Covid Caught Me

Running away from Covid doesn’t work. If it did, dashing back and forth to stay ahead or rush ahead of it failed me. This week Covid caught me. All along, I thought it was my twice-annual allergy sickness. All the same symptoms and feelings. It wasn’t until I learned that friends I’d spent time with last week were ill that I thought to be tested. Bingo. Covid Caught Me Now I feel like a…

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Following Cook’n With Class to Seville

Following Cook’n With Class to Seville

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Nice, How Did I End Up Here?

Nice, How Did I End Up Here?

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Zipping Through France

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A Day in Paris: Short But Sweet

A Day in Paris: Short But Sweet

Paris: Short but sweet. A walk to Luxembourg Gardens and drinks with a Barefoot Blogger friend were the two things I wanted to accomplish today in Paris.  It was a late start. I woke up with a knock on the door at 12:30 pm. The long walk yesterday and unresolved jet lag caught up with me. Nevertheless, I had things to do and places to go. Since I’d missed the appropriate hour for breakfast, I…

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Eiffel Tower in 8318 Steps

Eiffel Tower in 8318 Steps

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